Beachfront Location: Catlins Lake Sanctuary in Owaka offers direct beachfront access and stunning lake views. Guests can relax on the sandy shore or enjoy the serene waters.
Garden and Free WiFi: The property features a lush garden and provides free WiFi throughout. The garden provides a peaceful retreat, while the beachfront setting enhances the holiday experience.
Comfortable Living: The holiday home includes two bedrooms and a bathroom. The living room offers a cosy fireplace and a dining area with a table. A fully equipped kitchen and washing machine ensure comfort.
Local Attractions: Located 87 km from Dunedin Airport, the property is near attractions such as Catlins National Park and the Catlins River. Guests can explore the surrounding area and enjoy scenic views.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.
“Handy to Owaka with Four Square, cafes and an awesome gift shop. An excellent spot close to local walks.”
Katherine
New Zealand
“Location-fantastic views of the lake and convenient place to explore the beautiful Catlins.”
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Bernice
Australia
“As much as the actual house is old, it is so warm and welcoming! Like a huge from Grandma!!! Has everything that is needed.
Location probably one of the best views I have had! Was so pretty...
Owner was so helpful and responsive every time I...”
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Mike
New Zealand
“Great location. Excellent instructions made key uplift a breeze.
Very helpful owner.”
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Donna
New Zealand
“The location and views looking over Catlins Lake and Estuary were absolutely great. Easy scenic drives to many lovely places. The hosts anticipate virtually every need. Rarely have we stayed in a holiday home so generously outfitted with...”
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Melissa
New Zealand
“Nice private location with a beautiful view of the lake.
South facing if you want to shoot aurora.
Cosy
Comfortable beds”
Tania
New Zealand
“Perfect location for exploring the area, close to the village. Great evening views as the sun goes down over the estuary. Typical 70's batch but everything provided and lovely and clean.”
Kim
New Zealand
“Perfect spot overlooking the estuary. Private enough with everything you'll need in the house. Warm fire. Location really central to lots of things to see and visit. Saw tūī and bellbirds, plus a couple of sea lions feeding in the estuary, all...”
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Kat
New Zealand
“Location was stunning. Everything we needed was there. Plenty of space for myself and 2 teens”
Bcadete
Netherlands
“The house is very cosy and confortable. Perfectly located on the top of a hill overseeing the estuary waters. It's spacious and well equipped so families will enjoy it very much. It's also a short car ride from surat bay beach or nugget point so...”
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.
Host Information
8.2
8.2
Host review score
Host review score
Catlins Lake Sanctuary is set in native trees and is totally private. The bird life is abundant and the scenery is wonderful with a lake and estuary view. It is on an elevated sheltered site right next to and above the water. The fishing opportunities are at the edge of the property.
Our family love the area for holidaying because of the fishing opportunities and the bush walks and the selection of out door activities.
Owaka, the little nearby village has some facilities including a cafe, restaurant and a hotel. It has a well stocked grocery store and an outstanding Museum which showcases the fauna and flora and the geographical features and history of the area. It has a lovely children's playground and some art & craft shops.
Language spoken: English
Property surroundings
House rules
Catlins Lake Sanctuary takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 21:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 06:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 17 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Accepted payment methods
Cash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
Please inform Catlins Lake Sanctuary in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
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